roomy

adjective

ˈrü-mē How to pronounce roomy (audio)
ˈru̇-
roomier; roomiest
Synonyms of roomynext
1
: having ample room : spacious
2
of a female mammal : having a large or well-proportioned body suited for breeding
roominess noun

Examples of roomy in a Sentence

a small car that's surprisingly roomy inside
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After all, roomy knits are the backbone of any strong winter wardrobe. Kelsey Stewart, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2025 Zove Wide-Toe Box Road Running Shoes For wide-footed shoppers, this shoe is a smart pick thanks to roomy toe-box options alongside regular sizes. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Dec. 2025 Plus, the roomy interior makes packing easier, even for overpackers (no judgement). Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2025 Each window wall is just short of 5 feet wide, and the main wall with double doors has a roomy width of 7 feet. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for roomy

Word History

First Known Use

1581, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of roomy was in 1581

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“Roomy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/roomy. Accessed 30 Dec. 2025.

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roomy

adjective
ˈrü-mē How to pronounce roomy (audio)
ˈru̇m-ē
roomier; roomiest
: having plenty of room
roominess noun

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